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If I like this dress, as MoB..

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dottyaboutstripes · 31/07/2026 12:15

What else might I like? Sadly it’s only size 4 that’s left and I’m probably a size 10. I don’t want to buy from a MoB boutique and obviously don’t want to risk turning up in the same as anyone else. Healthy budget, short person! Hopefully I can get some ideas here

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Pinkissmart · 31/07/2026 12:18

That’s gorgeous. There must be others like it? Or you could get it made?

twilightsad · 31/07/2026 12:29

No idea but it’s incredible!

DonewhatIcando · 31/07/2026 13:04

@dottyaboutstripes
https://www.chichiclothing.com/collections/dresses
Chi Chi London have some fab dresses, I've bought occasion wear dresses from this site before.
There's 10% off when you sign up and the dresses are pretty reasonably priced

dottyaboutstripes · 01/08/2026 13:39

Maybe I will try to get something made though I have no idea about cost/time frame etc and I’d worry I wouldn’t kind it when it was done (had my own wedding dress made and hated it!)

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dottyaboutstripes · 01/08/2026 13:41

DonewhatIcando · 31/07/2026 13:04

@dottyaboutstripes
https://www.chichiclothing.com/collections/dresses
Chi Chi London have some fab dresses, I've bought occasion wear dresses from this site before.
There's 10% off when you sign up and the dresses are pretty reasonably priced

That came up when I searched the image but dd and I wondered if they’d look cheap as they ARE so cheap?

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DonewhatIcando · 01/08/2026 16:49

@dottyaboutstripes
The couple I've had didnt look cheap 🙂
I was happy with them, I ordered different sizes and the returns are easy

Overtheatlantic · 01/08/2026 18:51

Something like this?

https://www.wolfandbadger.com/uk/shari-dress/

doodleygirl · 01/08/2026 19:04

That dress is gorgeous. Have a look at the Australian brand Elliott, I had the most beautiful dress as MoB a few weeks ago. Similar vibe to yours

Londonmummy66 · 01/08/2026 19:15

Rixo Farm Rio and Needle and Thread might be worth a look - all do florals and can be a bit more contemporary than the usual suspects. Also worth a look at Ted Baker?

TheSquareMile · 01/08/2026 19:19

If you love it, could you contact the brand, OP, just in case they know where there might be one in stock in your size?

It's by Rebecca Vallance, an Australian designer.

rebeccavallance.com/en-uk/pages/contact-form

Unicornsandprincesses · 02/08/2026 01:46

I feel the John Lewis dress is a good option!

ETA link as images need approving: https://www.johnlewis.com/phase-eight-caterina-floral-midi-dress-pink-multi/p114776220

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Unicornsandprincesses · 02/08/2026 01:51

Some more, perhaps wildcard options

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madaboutpurple · 02/08/2026 08:11

The Adrina dress in red or pink is stunning.

Wingwalk · 02/08/2026 11:55

No asymmetrical shoulder, but similar pattern - https://www.next.co.uk/style/sv165993/127197

dottyaboutstripes · 02/08/2026 13:01

Wingwalk · 02/08/2026 11:55

No asymmetrical shoulder, but similar pattern - https://www.next.co.uk/style/sv165993/127197

Funnily enough I’ve looked at that one! It’s a contender

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dottyaboutstripes · 02/08/2026 13:06

Thanks everyone who has taken the time and effort to reply. I feel like I’d maybe be interested in several choices if I were a wedding guest rather than MoB. I have time on my side to keep looking for “the one”. I don’t know exactly what it is I like about the dress I posted, I’d been browsing Rebecca Vallance and liked several.
I think a fit and flare is probably a really good shape for me, one shoulder isn’t something I’ve particularly thought about , I was just drawn to that dress 😊

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Neuronimo · 02/08/2026 13:09

I don't personally like it. I'm not keen on one shoulder for a MOB dress, but the Mac Dougal dress is lovely, as it is a bit more subtle. The Next one is gorgeous, but is there a chance another guest might wear it also?

TheSquareMile · 02/08/2026 14:47

@dottyaboutstripes

When is the wedding, OP?

Moveoverdarlin · 02/08/2026 18:49

That is a cracking dress and ideal for MOB. It’s glam but tasteful and not like a frumpy, traditional MOB outfit.

I would hunt it down by hook or by crook.

Wiseowl18 · 03/08/2026 01:19

What happened to the other sleeve😂Sorry, it's just the first thing I thought when I saw it

Seriously OP, it's a matter of taste & if you feel comfortable in this dress & like it that's all that matters.